2006 Ford GT vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mustang. (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | GT | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |